Senior Level Field Office Manager Jobs
Senior level field office manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of operational direction, site-level accountability, and the teams responsible for delivering results on the ground. Roles are predominantly on-site, concentrated in Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Amazon, Goldman Sachs, and HDR hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
ECS Limited is seeking an experienced leader to manage our Pacific Building Science + Infrastructure office. The Office Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, operational execution, performance, and strategic growth of the branch. This role has full accountability for financial results, operations, staff development, client relationships, safety, and execution of company objectives across all departments, groups, and satellite offices within the branch. The Office Manager leads all staff aligning with company standards, safety expectations, and strategic objectives while demonstrating ECS Core Values.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & People Management
- Provides overall leadership and direction for the branch, including all departments, service lines, and satellite offices
- Provides direct supervision, coaching, mentoring, guidance, and accountability for senior leaders, including Department, Group Managers, and Assistant Branch Manager
- Leads performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, coaching, promotions, improvement plans, and succession planning for the office
- Leads recruiting, onboarding, training, and retention efforts for the office
- Leads a collaborative, high-performance culture that emphasizes accountability, professional growth, and employee engagement
- Develops, builds, and leads an effective organizational structure aligned with departmental workload, growth objectives, and service offerings
- Communicates branch, subsidiary, and corporate initiatives to staff and leads their implementation at the local level
- Serves as the primary ambassador of company values and leadership expectations with the branch
Technical & Project Oversight
- Oversees branch-wide operational consistency, ensuring adherence to company procedures, standards, and risk management practices
- Oversees the departments and groups and their ability to properly perform work
- Provides senior technical review and oversight of key deliverables, reports, and complex projects, as appropriate
- Ensures consistent application of quality control, safety practices, and standard-of-care expectations across the branch
- Serves as an operational resource for resolving scheduling conflicts, staffing constraints, and interdepartmental coordination issues
- Maintains awareness of industry standards, codes, and best practices relevant to the office
- Supports the development and improvement of technical practices, training programs, and standardization initiatives for the office
- Directs leadership to align technical practices and resource utilization across offices
- Supports, develops, and leads branch-level standardization, training, and continuous improvement initiatives
Financial & Operational Management
- Oversees the office's financial performance, including revenue, profitability, utilization, backlog, overhead control, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Oversees invoicing, contract compliance, change management, and collections across departments and/or groups
- Performs staffing forecasts and workforce planning to balance efficiency, growth, and employee development
- Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and risk management practices
- Owns full responsibility for office profit and loss (P&L) performance
- Develops and executes office budgets, revenue targets, financial goals, and business plans
- Monitors financial key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Client & Business Development
- Develops, maintains, and grows strong client relationships within the market
- Oversees office business development efforts in coordination with office leadership and business development
- Reviews and contributes to proposals, scopes of work, schedules, and fee strategies in accordance with company policies
- Represents the firm in professional organizations, industry events, and client meetings
- Identifies market trends and opportunities to execute growth strategies aligned with branch and company goals
- Serves as the primary client relationship manager for the office
Safety, Compliance, & Alignment
- Develops and models a strong safety culture within the office
- Ensures staff compliance with safety policies, training requirements, regulatory standards, and company procedures
- Oversees continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, innovation, and operational excellence
- Collaborates with other branches, departments, and support teams to leverage company-wide resources, expertise, and best practices
- Aligns office objectives with subsidiary and company strategies
- Participates in leadership meetings, company initiatives, and committees
- Leads and communicates subsidiary initiatives to branch leadership and staff and oversees successful implementation
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 12 years of related experience with a degree or 16 years of related experience without a degree
- High school diploma or GED required
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Geology, or a related field is preferred
- An MS in Engineering or an MBA is preferred
- Maintain licenses and/or certifications as necessary for the work performed or managed per ECS Senior Technical Staff Policies and Procedures
- If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent understanding of engineering consulting operations, project execution, and professional services business models
- Excellent ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent judgement, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail
- Excellent ability to work effectively with clients, direct reports, peers, and supervisors, as well as independently
- Excellent ability to build a team, lead through others, and develop leadership teams
- Client-focused mindset with excellent business development skills
- Excellent financial acumen with demonstrated responsibility for P&L performance
- Excellent ability to balance technical excellence, people leadership, and business objectives
- Excellent leadership presence with the ability to influence and align teams
- Strong strategic thinking and execution capability
MILITARY QUALIFICATIONS
The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
- E-8/O-3/O-4
COMPENSATION
The expected pay range for this role and location is $175,000 - $205,000/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.
WHO WE ARE
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026).
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
INTRODUCTION
ECS Limited is seeking an experienced leader to manage our Pacific Building Science + Infrastructure office. The Office Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, operational execution, performance, and strategic growth of the branch. This role has full accountability for financial results, operations, staff development, client relationships, safety, and execution of company objectives across all departments, groups, and satellite offices within the branch. The Office Manager leads all staff aligning with company standards, safety expectations, and strategic objectives while demonstrating ECS Core Values.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & People Management
- Provides overall leadership and direction for the branch, including all departments, service lines, and satellite offices
- Provides direct supervision, coaching, mentoring, guidance, and accountability for senior leaders, including Department, Group Managers, and Assistant Branch Manager
- Leads performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, coaching, promotions, improvement plans, and succession planning for the office
- Leads recruiting, onboarding, training, and retention efforts for the office
- Leads a collaborative, high-performance culture that emphasizes accountability, professional growth, and employee engagement
- Develops, builds, and leads an effective organizational structure aligned with departmental workload, growth objectives, and service offerings
- Communicates branch, subsidiary, and corporate initiatives to staff and leads their implementation at the local level
- Serves as the primary ambassador of company values and leadership expectations with the branch
Technical & Project Oversight
- Oversees branch-wide operational consistency, ensuring adherence to company procedures, standards, and risk management practices
- Oversees the departments and groups and their ability to properly perform work
- Provides senior technical review and oversight of key deliverables, reports, and complex projects, as appropriate
- Ensures consistent application of quality control, safety practices, and standard-of-care expectations across the branch
- Serves as an operational resource for resolving scheduling conflicts, staffing constraints, and interdepartmental coordination issues
- Maintains awareness of industry standards, codes, and best practices relevant to the office
- Supports the development and improvement of technical practices, training programs, and standardization initiatives for the office
- Directs leadership to align technical practices and resource utilization across offices
- Supports, develops, and leads branch-level standardization, training, and continuous improvement initiatives
Financial & Operational Management
- Oversees the office's financial performance, including revenue, profitability, utilization, backlog, overhead control, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Oversees invoicing, contract compliance, change management, and collections across departments and/or groups
- Performs staffing forecasts and workforce planning to balance efficiency, growth, and employee development
- Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and risk management practices
- Owns full responsibility for office profit and loss (P&L) performance
- Develops and executes office budgets, revenue targets, financial goals, and business plans
- Monitors financial key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Client & Business Development
- Develops, maintains, and grows strong client relationships within the market
- Oversees office business development efforts in coordination with office leadership and business development
- Reviews and contributes to proposals, scopes of work, schedules, and fee strategies in accordance with company policies
- Represents the firm in professional organizations, industry events, and client meetings
- Identifies market trends and opportunities to execute growth strategies aligned with branch and company goals
- Serves as the primary client relationship manager for the office
Safety, Compliance, & Alignment
- Develops and models a strong safety culture within the office
- Ensures staff compliance with safety policies, training requirements, regulatory standards, and company procedures
- Oversees continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, innovation, and operational excellence
- Collaborates with other branches, departments, and support teams to leverage company-wide resources, expertise, and best practices
- Aligns office objectives with subsidiary and company strategies
- Participates in leadership meetings, company initiatives, and committees
- Leads and communicates subsidiary initiatives to branch leadership and staff and oversees successful implementation
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 12 years of related experience with a degree or 16 years of related experience without a degree
- High school diploma or GED required
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Geology, or a related field is preferred
- An MS in Engineering or an MBA is preferred
- Maintain licenses and/or certifications as necessary for the work performed or managed per ECS Senior Technical Staff Policies and Procedures
- If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent understanding of engineering consulting operations, project execution, and professional services business models
- Excellent ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent judgement, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail
- Excellent ability to work effectively with clients, direct reports, peers, and supervisors, as well as independently
- Excellent ability to build a team, lead through others, and develop leadership teams
- Client-focused mindset with excellent business development skills
- Excellent financial acumen with demonstrated responsibility for P&L performance
- Excellent ability to balance technical excellence, people leadership, and business objectives
- Excellent leadership presence with the ability to influence and align teams
- Strong strategic thinking and execution capability
MILITARY QUALIFICATIONS
The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
- E-8/O-3/O-4
COMPENSATION
The expected pay range for this role and location is $175,000 - $205,000/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.
WHO WE ARE
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026).
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
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Senior Level Field Office Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level field office manager job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned field operations end-to-end, not just supported them. Demonstrating that you have set operational standards, resolved complex site-level problems independently, and developed other managers gives you a clear edge. A portfolio of measurable outcomes, such as improved compliance rates or reduced operational costs, strengthens any application significantly.
Which companies hire senior level field office managers?
Companies hiring senior level field office managers right now include Amazon, Goldman Sachs, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large contractors, infrastructure firms, government service providers, and national operations companies that maintain multiple field locations and need experienced leaders to run them.
Are there remote senior level field office manager jobs?
Yes, though the role is predominantly on-site by nature. About 37% of senior level field office manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these tend to be oversight or multi-site coordination roles rather than hands-on site management positions. Fully remote listings typically involve managing distributed teams or reporting on field operations rather than directing day-to-day on-site work.
What makes a field office manager role senior level?
Senior level field office manager roles are defined by scope, ownership, and leadership responsibility. Where a mid-level manager executes within defined parameters, a senior professional sets those parameters, owns outcomes across multiple workstreams, and is accountable for site performance as a whole. Mentoring junior managers, interfacing with executive stakeholders, and driving process improvements across the operation are consistent expectations at this stage.
Which industries hire the most senior level field office managers?
Senior Level field office manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate large, geographically distributed field programs that require experienced managers who can maintain compliance, coordinate logistics, and lead teams with minimal central oversight.